Mahabharata Shanti Parva – हिंस्राहिंस्रे मृदु करूरे धर्माधर्मे ऋतानृते

Shloka (श्लोक)

हिंस्राहिंस्रे मृदु करूरे धर्माधर्मे ऋतानृते
अतॊ यन मन्यते धाता तस्मात तत तस्य रॊचते

⚡ Quick Meaning

The way one perceives morality shapes the nature of their actions and the resulting outcomes.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka reflects on the dualities of gentle and harsh, righteous and unrighteous, truth and falsehood, asserting that one’s beliefs influence moral judgments and the choices they make, ultimately determining their destiny.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक कोमल और कठोर, धर्म और अधर्म, सत्य और असत्य की द्वैतिकता पर विचार करता है, यह утверждение करता है कि किसी के विश्वास नैतिक निर्णय और उनके द्वारा की गई पसंद को प्रभावित करते हैं, जो अंततः उनकी किस्मत को निर्धारित करते हैं।

Commentary

Context

In the philosophical discourse of the Shanti Parva, this shloka opens a dialogue on the nature of ethics and individual perception, emphasizing personal responsibility in moral matters.

Meaning

Your understanding of morality greatly influences your actions and decisions, showing that ethics is subjective based on individual belief systems.

Application

This teaches the importance of developing a personal moral compass, urging individuals to reflect upon their values and the consequences of their actions in shaping their lives.